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USES: Narcotic antitussives are narcotic pain relievers in low doses which suppress a cough. Antihistamines relieve runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose and throat and itchy, watery eyes. This combination medication is used to treat symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.
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Tussionex
Uses
Narcotic antitussives are narcotic pain relievers in low doses which suppress a cough. Antihistamines relieve runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose and throat and itchy, watery eyes. This combination medication is used to treat symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.
Notes
- Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking this medication.
- It will help to break up mucus and clear congestion.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
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How To Use
- Take this medication as prescribed.
- Be sure to follow instructions closely.
- Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.
- This medication is best taken with a full glass of water after a meal or snack.
- Shake suspension form well before using.
Side Effects
- Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, stomach upset or dry mouth may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
- If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain, a rapid pulse, skin rash, high blood pressure, difficulty urinating, tremors, nervousness, hallucinations or breathing trouble while taking this medication.
- To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
- Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects.
- Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness if this medication causes you to feel drowsy.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease, asthma, emphysema, high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid, diabetes, glaucoma, prostate trouble, depression or if you have a history of drug dependency or any allergies.
- This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Since small amounts of this medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including any medication for blood pressure or depression; sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, cimetidine and narcotic pain medications (e.g., codeine).
- Limit your intake of alcoholic beverages while taking this medication.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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Age: 31
Time Taken:
1 days
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| Reason: cough |
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25 April 2007 |
Side Effects
I had horirble side effects, since it has hydrocodone whcih I think I may be allergic to .
I felt like I was going to die, Very dizzy , wekaness, my face turned extremely pale, my heart rate my racing, vomiting,
Very weak, unable to move, short of breath , trembling
it didi not work for me,I called my dr who told me to stop taking asap, other wise I would have a cardiac arrest.
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do not take if alergic to vidoin, (hydrocodone)
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Age: 38
Time Taken:
3 times
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| Reason: nighttime cough |
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12 May 2007 |
Side Effects
totally zoned out, but enjoyed it nonetheless
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initially i tried to not take my prescription at all due to a general wariness of pharmaceuticals, but after 3 days of hacking and no sleep at all from the cough, i broke down in a fit of irritibility and took way too much, maybe a 6x dose or so. BE CAREFUL! i ended up missing 3 days of school, the first 1 1/2 of those in and out of sleep and totally but pleasantly dissociated. i had to deal with the repercussions of that of course and it was difficult, but the medicine itself stopped the cough, caught me up on sleep, and only produced pleasant sensations. my fiancee was there to drive and get food, etc. where i definitely could not. if you are alone, watch your dose carefully! the only side effect i noticed was a weak gut motility manifesting as minor constipation for about 36 hours or so. in retrospect i'm glad to have hit it once hard rather than low doses over a period of time... it's addictive (narcotic) and i may not do so well with that.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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